BiographyFamous Kannada writer, known for his writing as a lyricist and dialogue writer. He is the brother of famous director Puttanna Kanagal.

Born on Nov 11 1929 at Rajana Biluguli near Kanagal of Piriya Pattana, Mysore. He learnt Stories from his grandfather, sitting in his lap as a child. His parents were very poor, he joined C.B Mallappa's drama company at the age of 7.